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The Perfect Orb Chandelier

We were able to save some extra money on our kitchen reno budget, so we were able to splurge a little with our light fixtures.

I knew I wanted a nice orb chandelier. I felt like I had seen them all over the place, but when it came to actually looking for one to buy, they all went into hiding. Just like Amanda Bynes.

I found several styles, in different variations. But none of them were quite right.

This one from Restoration Hardware was obviously too expensive, $1195. But what I did like was how many lights it had. Our previous chandelier was a 12 arm, and we knew we needed something that would really light up the whole area.

Shades of Light had a few different options, but this one was too jewel-y.

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I’m so glad you found the light fixtures your dreams are made of! Without a doubt, you are the most adorable “orb” in the room! I am so excited for baby Crowder’s arrival! Also, your kitchen transformation blows me away!

Kenz

Thanks Erin! I am feeling so huge these days. I am waddling all over the place. I’m pretty excited for her arrival too. Nervous. But definitely excited. The kitchen is almost unrecognizable. I’m loving it so much!

Cassie Bustamante

oh i love it! they are so perfect! and you are adorable. and about to bring a baby into the world, so don’t for the love of all that is good and right go all amanda bynes!

Kenz

hahaha! I definitely won’t go all amanda bynes! But did you hear, that she got out of rehab today, and that means she will be returning to twitter… haha, I’m pathetic. It’s just been so quiet there for a few months! But I promise I’m behaving and resting up well

http://www.sentimentaljourneyz.com/ Vickie Medley

Love your choice of orbs but especially love the orb that you are carrying, What a delightful season for you and your family!

Kenz

Thanks Vickie! It has been so much fun getting ready for little baby orb Crowder. It’s almost hard to believe we’re so close to the end. It seemed so far away back in April when we found out!

Stephanie, Sandpaper and Glue

those lights are freaking gorgeous- I like the rope-y one too!

Kenz

So many cool options, right? It was just a matter of finding the right one for the area. Oh yeah, I”ve totally seen some ropey ones that are super rad.

http://www.bliss-athome.com/ Kristin Cadwallader

Looks so great Kenz! You are almost there 37 weeks!! xo Krisitn

Kenz

Thanks Kristin! I’m so excited at how close we are!!! It’s so real now!

TracieMcOB

You look great! and so does your home. All of your hard work is really paying off. The only thing I don’t understand is what happened to those beautiful chairs you had in your living room before you started all this remodeling? (LOOOOVE the new couch – so jelly) The ones you have in there now fit perfectly in your downstairs room but they look so casual in the living room. Just saying!

Kenz

Thanks Tracie! It feels pretty good to be having my vision come to life, and pretty much be done. We actually sold the old living room furniture to a guy who flips houses. He wanted them for staging furniture, which I thought was a perfect idea. He paid us exactly what we paid for them, so we were able to put that money into some new things. The chairs were really perfect in the basement! We haven’t decided if they are staying upstairs. They have been a place holder until we find just the right thing for the spot. I’m definitely open to suggestions if you have any links you want to send me!!

Amber @ Wills Casa

You already know I love that bump pictures. I’ve yelled at you about it’s adorableness loud enough already! I do like how you tied in the round belly with the round chandelier. Pretty genius! Love both of the lights! They look great especially in front of all those gorgeous cabinets!

Kenz

I don’t know why I’ve been so shy of posting bump pictures. It’s not because we haven’t taken any. I’ll post more before she gets here, I suppose And thanks about the lights. I’m pretty much loving them to death!

http://newlywoodwards.com/ Kim@NewlyWoodwards

You are truly gorgeous. The orbs have nothing on that belly. If I were near you, I would totally rub it. Because I’m truly that person.

Oh, yeah. I like the lights too.

Kenz

Oh thank you Friend! I would definitely let you rub my belly! I have no boundaries these days

http://www.aswellplacetodwell.com/ Kelly @ A Swell Place to Dwell

ooohhh…so pretty!!! Love both those lights. And hurray for bump pics

Kenz

Thanks Kelly! It’s amazing the different a light can make… and how much of a different 35 weeks can make too haha!

Jadie Italasano

You seriously have the most amazing home! And cutest bump!! Would you be willing to let me take some maternity photos of you in your home? (Ps, I’m not a creeper, I promise! I am Matt and Karls friend!) I think I we have met before? Anyway, here is my photography,http://www.jadiejophotography.com
Hit me up on Facebook or something if you want! I am trying to get my name out there a little more, and with your blog I think that would help so it would kind of be a trade, if your willing.
Let me know!
Thanks!
-Jadie jadie@jadiejophotography.com

Kenz

You are definitely not a creeper! We have definitely met before I would be honored. I just emailed you. I’m a huge fan of your photography. You are so so talented!

Julia @cuckoo4design

PERFECT! And you look so cute!

Kenz

Thanks Julia! I mostly feel like a hippo

Katja @ Shift Ctrl ART

Love your new lights. I am a big fan of that shape for a light fixture. You will see what I mean when you see the dining room lamp I am getting in a couple of months when I get around to it. Did I mention I am behind? oh wall. You look gorgeous. Can’t wait to see little Evelyn. Won’t be long now…

Kenz

I am really behind on blog posts too! I have several that I just haven’t written. I decided to give myself a break during Thanksgiving week I’m excited to see your new lamp when you get it! I LOVE lighting! SO SO MUCH! I can’t wait to see her too. I am soo excited.

Ashley

Looks great! The place is looking SMOKIn’. Haha. No idea why I said that, just felt right.

Kenz

haha, anything that looks smokin’ is always right. I hope you’re enjoying that snow in NM!

Henriette

Oh, 37 weeks! She could be born any day now! I am almost 33 weeks now, and I think the little man is trying to dig his way out sometimes. At least doing some serious poking around in there. How are you feeling? Still sick?

Your chairs looks so cosy and comfy! And I love the orb-lights : D

Kenz

Isn’t that crazy that she could be born any day? We have our hospital bags packed and ready to go, car seat installed in the car, Nursery is all done (even though I haven’t blogged about it yet… oops). I feel the SAME way. So many pokes in there! Mostly I’m just feeling really uncomfortable and swollen. Ready to be done How are YOU feeling?! I’m so excited for your lil gent to make his way here.

http://boxycolonial.com/ Gretchen

oh, so pretty! love it! and you’re so close–I can’t believe it (I know it hasn’t gone by as fast for you as it has for me ;))

Kenz

SOOO close! The internet always speeds things up haha, but it does feel like forever. I can’t remember a time NOT being pregnant, haha.

thediynurse

It’s perfect- I love the bulbs! And the scale is spot on [normally that’s my pet peeve so thank you]. Happy baby bump

Kenz

Oh my gosh, scale is my pet peeve too!! I’m glad you appreciate it as much as I do

http://www.nalleshouse.com/ Anu

Love the baby bump pic. It’s getting so close!

The light fixtures look fantastic too!

Kenz

Thank you! It’s crazy how close it’s getting!

http://www.gohausgo.com/ emily @ go haus go

Your space is looking so good. Love the lights you chose. I was giggling at your “too twiggy” description for one of the lights.

Kenz

haha, sometimes twigs are the problem. Sometimes they are the answer *stay tuned for tomorrow, lol.

anne @ wit wisdom and food

I love how this space has come together over time. It all looks so good together. Great light choice.

Kenz

Thanks Anne! I’m so happy with it too

Emma (Broke Ass Home)

Yay Light!!!! Yay Bump! Yay EVERYTHING!

Kenz

ALL THE THINGS!

Simply Sarah

I love your choices on those lights Kenz! Fanatastic find! And we can’t DIY everything, right!? I mean part of DIY is searching for the right thing I think. Anyhow, hope you and Evelyn are doing well! You’re SOOOOOOO close!

Kenz

I totally agree! Sometimes I get too set on the idea that EVERYTHING has to be DIYed, but let’s be honest, it’s okay to buy furniture, and it’s okay to buy light fixtures. We’re not complete failures that way And we ARE so close! I’m very ready to be done